Current Sensors

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2814359

2814359

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CURRENT MEASURING TRANSDUCER

2

2814744

2814744

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SENSOR CURRENT HALL 55A AC/DC

735

2904921

2904921

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PACT RCP-4000A-1A-D95

96

2904923

2904923

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PACT RCP-4000A-1A-D190

14

2904922

2904922

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PACT RCP-4000A-1A-D140

16

2814647

2814647

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SENSOR CURRENT HALL 55A AC/DC

0

2814650

2814650

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SENSOR CURRENT HALL 11A AC/DC

0

2904892

2904892

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PACT RCP-D190

46

2810638

2810638

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MACX MCR-SL-CAC-12-I-UP

0

2904890

2904890

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PACT RCP-D95

8

2904891

2904891

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PACT RCP-D140

38

2814663

2814663

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SENSOR CURRENT HALL 55A AC/DC

0

2814634

2814634

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SENSOR CURRENT HALL 11A AC/DC

0

2902990

2902990

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PACT RCP-4000A-1A

12

Current Sensors

1. Overview

Current sensors are transducers that measure electric current flow in conductors and convert it into proportional electrical signals. They play critical roles in energy management, motor control, power quality monitoring, and system protection across industries. Modern applications demand high accuracy, galvanic isolation, and fast response times for optimizing efficiency in electrified systems.

2. Major Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Shunt ResistorLow cost, inline measurement, direct current conversion via Ohm's lawPower supplies, battery management systems
Hall EffectGalvanic isolation, DC/AC measurement, moderate bandwidthAutomotive traction inverters, industrial motor drives
Current TransformerHigh-voltage isolation, AC-only operation, high accuracyGrid metering, circuit breaker protection
Rogowski CoilFlexible coreless design, fast transient response, requires integratorPulsed power systems, fault current detection
Optical Current SensorImmune to EMI, high precision, complex signal processingSmart grids, high-voltage substations

3. Structure & Components

Typical current sensors contain: 1) Sensing element (shunt resistor, Hall chip, magnetic core) 2) Signal conditioning circuitry (amplifiers, filters) 3) Isolation barrier (if applicable) 4) Output interface (analog voltage/current, digital protocols). High-performance models integrate temperature compensation and digital calibration features.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Measurement RangeMaximum current capacity (e.g., 500A)Determines application suitability
Accuracy ClassError tolerance (e.g., 0.5%)System control reliability
BandwidthFrequency response (DC-100kHz)Dynamic performance capability
Isolation VoltageDielectric withstand rating (e.g., 3kV)Electrical safety compliance
Response TimeSignal output delay ( s-ms range)Protection system effectiveness

5. Application Fields

Key industries include: Renewable energy (solar inverters, wind turbines), Automotive (EV battery management, 48V systems), Industrial automation (CNC machines, robotics), Consumer electronics (smart meters), Aerospace (actuator monitoring). Typical equipment: Variable frequency drives, uninterruptible power supplies, charging stations.

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerProduct SeriesKey Features
LEM SAHASS & LTSR SeriesOpen-loop Hall effect with ASIC processing
Allegro MicroACS758/ACS3761xGalvanically isolated Hall ICs
HoneywellCSP-VA/CSNP SeriesCurrent transformers for grid applications
TT ElectronicsPulse SeriesHigh-precision shunt resistors
ACR SystemsRogowski Coil ModelsFlexible aperture AC measurement

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations: 1) Required measurement range vs peak currents 2) DC/AC signal type compatibility 3) Isolation requirements 4) Environmental conditions (temperature, vibration) 5) Cost vs performance trade-offs. Example: For EV battery management, select Hall-effect sensors with 200A range, 1% accuracy, and automotive qualification.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: 1) Integration with IoT for predictive maintenance 2) Wide bandgap semiconductor-based sensors 3) Increased adoption of closed-loop Hall sensors for EV applications 4) MEMS-based miniaturized current monitoring 5) AI-enhanced signal processing for harmonic analysis. The market is projected to grow at 7.2% CAGR through 2030 driven by electrification demands.

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